An employee who sustained an admitted work-related injury, who was placed on “Family Medical Leave” by the employer while the employee was away from work due to his injuries, and who was terminated upon the expiration of the 12-week FMLA leave... Read More

A Texas appellate court recently affirmed a judgment on a jury verdict of more than $100,000 in favor of a former employee who filed a retaliatory discharge action against the former employer. The employer contended the employee was terminated pursuant... Read More

Larson's Spotlight on Mental Trauma, RICO and Exclusive Remedy, Safety Violations, Off-Duty Injury and Tort Action Against Employer . Larson's surveys the latest case developments that you need to know about. Thomas A. Robinson, the staff writer... Read More

Larson's Spotlight on Mental Trauma, RICO and Exclusive Remedy, Safety Violations, Off-Duty Injury and Tort Action Against Employer . Larson's surveys the latest case developments that you need to know about. Thomas A. Robinson, the staff writer... Read More

By Stuart D. Colburn, Shareholder, Downs Stanford This case concerns the possible liability of a workers' compensation insurance carrier who gives advice to its insured on employment related issues such as the Family Medical Leave Act, American... Read More

Asheville, NC (CompNewsNetwork) - Our strategic partner, HR That Works!, notes that a federal appeals court decision provides some significant insight into what courts may consider to be “essential functions” and the importance of detailed... Read More